The Humble Family’s Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket!
Chapter 1170 - 993, Brain Bump

Chapter 1170: Chapter 993, Brain Bump

Daohua accepted Madam An’s greeting with ease and composure, appearing completely indifferent, as if she found nothing inappropriate about Madam An bowing to her.

The An Family was not of noble lineage, and Madam An was only riding on the coattails of Imperial Concubine An, having acquired the title of a first-rank appointed Madam. It was only proper etiquette for her to pay respects in front of a Princess Consort of the highest rank.

However, Daohua’s acceptance of the gesture was perceived by Madam An as an outrageous insult.

As the mother of an Imperial Concubine, even the Crown Prince would have to bow when meeting her, yet this low-born Yan Family girl dared to accept her greeting.

An Xin, who was supporting Madam An, noticed her grandmother’s change in complexion and hurriedly tugged at her sleeve in secret, which brought Madam An back to her senses and prevented an outburst right there and then.

Looking at Daohua, Madam An forced out a stiff smile, with a smile that did not reach her eyes, she said: "It’s been years since we last met, the Princess Consort hasn’t changed a bit since your time in Beijing." Still so undisciplined!

Daohua’s smile was much more genuine: "Madam, you flatter me too much. Xiliang is bitterly cold; after spending years here, I’ve aged quite a bit. Fortunately, I’ve been diligent in self-care; otherwise, I would have turned into a yellow-faced wife by now."

Madam An: "..."

Is that what she thinks she’s been saying?

In Beijing, whether she was engaged to the Prince Wei Yuan or married into the Prince Ping’s Residence, this Yan Family girl was infamous for her disregard for rules.

Truly a product of her humble origin, she cannot even understand plain human speech!

Daohua smiled and turned her gaze away, continuing to urge the Imperial grandsons to eat.

Madam An’s expression tensed up again; this Yan Family girl kept pushing her limits, leaving her out in the cold in the living room!

Feeling the odd looks from Madam Du and others, Madam An held back and, in the end, found a seat for herself in a dejected manner.

Daohua noted this with a hook of her lips.

Some people just ask for trouble; give them face and they search for discomfort. Deny them face, and they find their own way down the steps.

Did this Madam An really come here thinking she could control me? Does she not realize she might be out of her mind?

An’s third Madam, seeing her mother-in-law seated, sighed in relief and glanced at Daohua; she never expected the Princess Consort Xiao to so disrespectfully brush off her mother-in-law.

After all, the Crown Prince was the prime candidate for succession.

Even if the Prince Wei Yuan’s Residence currently held greater power, wasn’t she afraid of retribution if the Crown Prince ascended to the throne?

At that moment, she began to agree with her mother-in-law’s often reiterated point – Princess Consort Xiao might have some abilities, but having lacked a proper upbringing from a young age, she truly was rather short-sighted.

If their household had raised a girl, she absolutely would not disregard the bigger picture so carelessly.

Madam Du and the others also found it surprising; even though the Crown Prince and the second Prince fought fiercely, their families always maintained cordial appearances in public.

No one can be certain of the future, so they wouldn’t burn all their bridges!

Yet, seeing Daohua take Madam An down a peg or two, Madam Du and her group felt quite delighted inside.

Madam An, relying on being the mother of an Imperial Concubine and bearing a senior rank, often used her elder status to oppress them.

Who does she think she is?

Being bossed around by their own mothers-in-law at home was one thing, but to come to Xiliang and be lectured by Madam An was insufferably irritating.

Daohua was oblivious to their thoughts, and even if she knew, she wouldn’t care.

She did want to foster good relationships with the Princes’ maternal families, or at least maintain a facade of amicability.

But the precondition is, they must know their place.

Obviously, Madam An lacked this sense of discretion. If Daohua indulged her, endless trouble would await her in the future.

Having been a titled noble for many years, Madam An quickly regained her composure and with a smile pulled her granddaughter forward: "Princess Consort, this is my granddaughter, An Xin."

The silent An Xin immediately stepped forward and gave a bow to Daohua: "An Xin pays her respects to the Princess Consort. May the Princess Consort be at peace."

Daohua smiled and nodded: "Please, come."

An Xin rose to her feet, quickly glancing at the radiant and elegant woman sitting in the seat of honor.

Xiliang is bitter and cold. It has been only over half a year since the third aunt came here, and her skin has deteriorated a lot, yet Princess Consort Xiao has been here for several years, but her skin remains fair and delicate.

The relaxed brows, the sparkling eyes, the spirited tail of the eyebrows, and the rosy cheeks—all of them indicate that Princess Consort Xiao is living a good and well-acquainted life.

Madam An, waiting until An Xin stood behind her, smiled and said: "This girl, she is most filial. This time I came to Xiliang, and she was so worried that she insisted on following me to take care of me."

Mrs. Du and several others praised with a smile.

Daohua smiled and sized up An Xin.

This girl is a concubine-born daughter of the An Family’s main branch, coming of age this year.

Daohua’s smile carried a hint of amusement. A girl of age should be staying in Beijing making marriage arrangements, yet here she is in the remote Xiliang. The An Family’s intentions are indeed thought-provoking.

Daohua didn’t say anything, but continued to talk with a few little Princes.

Seeing this, Madam An felt a constriction in her heart. If the Yan Family’s daughter did not respond, how could she continue to sing praises of her granddaughter?

Anxious to avoid stiffening the atmosphere that was just getting warm, the third Madam An quickly spoke up: "Mother, before we left, didn’t you mention that the Imperial Concubine asked you to bring a gift here?"

Madam An laughed at herself: "Look at me, I’ve actually forgotten such an important matter." Saying so, she glanced at An Xin.

An Xin immediately received a Phoebe Zhennan wood box from a maid’s hand and, under Madam An’s signal, opened the box to reveal a string of Eastern Pearl Necklace the size of thumbs, carrying it with both hands towards Daohua.

Madam An smiled towards Daohua: "This is a reward from the Imperial Concubine to the Princess Consort. I hear it’s this year’s tribute, and in Xiliang, you probably can’t find such fine items. Princess Consort, please accept it."

As soon as she said this, the third Madam An couldn’t help but twitch her eyelid, even Mrs. Du and several others had expressions that were somewhat indescribable.

Madam An had a tone of charity. What exactly was she trying to do?

She really thinks with Imperial Concubine An and the Crown Prince backing her, she could do whatever she wants?

Daohua glanced indifferently at the Eastern Pearl Necklace, gestured to Guyu, and then said with a smile: "The Imperial Concubine is thoughtful, indeed the Eastern Pearls are exquisite. When the Prince last returned to Beijing, the Royal Uncle presented several boxes, with pink, purple, and yellow ones included."

"I am very fond of Eastern Pearls. I’ve made several sets of head ornaments and necklaces. I still have a full box left over, stored in the storeroom. Now with the Imperial Concubine’s gift, there will be more items in the storeroom."

Competing with her in showing off, can the An Family compare?

Madam An: "..."

Mrs. Du and others: "...."

They’d forgotten, the Wei Yuan Prince Residence is greatly favored by the Emperor.

Afterward, Mrs. Du and others also took out the gifts from the Consort Shu, Consort Xian, and Consort De. With the An Family being put in their place first, they dared not make any further trouble.

When the little Princes were nearly done eating, Daohua turned to Guyu: "Go check on your master and tell him that several little Princes have come."

Guyu nodded and quickly stepped out of the room, and soon returned: "Princess Consort, the old master says to have the little Princes come over."

Daohua hummed in acknowledgment and looked at the little Princes with a smile: "You wanted to see the Advisor to the Nation, right? I will have a maid take you there."

The little Princes immediately looked towards Madam An and the others.

Madam An promptly stood up: "Let us also go pay our respects to the Advisor to the Nation."

Daohua just watched Madam An stand up, brushing her aside as if she was inconsequential. Where did Madam An get the confidence from, to assume that they could see the master whenever they wished?

Didn’t Guyu say it was just for the little Princes?

Mrs. Du, who is astute, noticed Daohua’s discontent and hurriedly asked with a smile: "We won’t disturb the Advisor to the Nation by going over there, will we?"

Daohua turned and explained: "Last time my master fell ill, and though he has recovered, he needs to rest quietly."

Mrs. Du immediately said: "In that case, we shall not disturb the Advisor to the Nation."

Daohua nodded and gestured to Guyu to lead the little Princes to Nanshan Hall.